Salute with Santa Waffle Bar Breakfast in Hubertus
Santa Claus is coming to town, in Hubertus to be exact. Bring the kids out to American Legion Post 522 from 9am until noon on Sunday December 14th for a […]
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Santa Claus is coming to town, in Hubertus to be exact. Bring the kids out to American Legion Post 522 from 9am until noon on Sunday December 14th for a […]
Have your photo taken with Santa in the gallery at the North Point Lighthouse Museum! Climb the tower, browse the gift shop and take home a coloring sheet. Regular admission […]
Join us in-store for this Winter Workshop project where we'll be making a Trinket Tray out of Air Dry Clay. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and […]
Kick off your Chanukah with an inspiring show of Jewish pride at our annual Grand Car Menorah Parade! One hundred cars proudly parading with beautiful menorahs atop our cars; enjoying […]
Join us as we light up Milwaukee with our annual Chanukah Festival & Gelt Drop: a celebration of light, joy, and community for all ages! ✨Pre-register to get a FREE […]
Join us at The Chocolate Factory in downtown Menomonee Falls for Sundaes with Santa! Stop by for FREE sessions with Santa . No purchase necessary. Everyone’s on the nice […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. […]
We invite you to join the annual Chabad of Glendale Chanukah dinner. As always, we look forward to celebrating the holiday together by Lighting the Menorah, a dairy dinner buffet, […]
NOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through January 22, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. […]
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure […]
Join us at the Y for some festive holiday fun during Christmas at the Y Get creative with Christmas crafts, splash around in the pool, groove at the dance […]
Join us for the meanest, greenest Christmas party you'll attend this year! Decorate an ornament, have some pizza and a juice box or soda. Enjoy our hot chocolate bar with […]
Winter Fest is a wonderful, family-friendly event in Wisconsin’s only urban state forest! Enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores; make crafts and memories. Come out for a great day! (The snowshoes […]
Sam's Place Jazz Cafe 3338 N Doctor MLK Jr Dr Milwaukee WI We are excited about the MJI ensemble performances at Sam's Place Jazz Café on Saturday, December 20, and […]
Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker: Drosselmeyer’s Imaginarium is back and more magical than ever! After two whimsical years of record-setting audience attendance and universal critical acclaim, journey into the Imaginarium to […]
WINTER BREAK December 22, December 29-January 2 10 a.m. - Noon; 1 – 3 p.m. Join MPM Educators as we highlight some of our favorite frozen topics during winter break! Feel […]
Winter is here! Come celebrate with us at the Central Library and complete a fun winter-themed scavenger hunt. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events […]
Trans-Siberian Orchestra The Ghosts of Christmas Eve Dec 27 / Saturday from 3:00pm - 6:00pm Dec 27 / Saturday from 7:30pm - 10:30pm This year, the rock powerhouse will bring its […]
Weather: This event is weather-dependent. Event Description: Join us for a series of short hikes to stargaze in our forest! The thin, cold air is the best for seeing the […]
Join us at the New Berlin 2Inspire Center for some STEM fun over Winter Break! Our series of 1 day winter camps includes: Monday December 29th - Robot Invasion Camp […]
December 31 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 am BilingualStorytime at The Domes Bilingual Storytime at The Domes Mitchell Park Domes The Friends host storytime every Wednesday. Join us for bilingual […]
Join us for a “Noon” Years Eve party with crafts, music, a giant balloon drop and playtime. Enjoy a juice box toast at noon! Space is limited! Please limit adults […]
Air City 360 is Hosting NOON YEARS EVE on December 31st. Tickets for this event include:Unlimited Jump TimeUnlimited Rock Wall$15 Arcade CardGrip SocksFun AccessoriesSprite Toast & Balloon Drop at […]
Ring in the "new year" with us at noon! Live music/video show by DJ Lukewarm complete with lights, lasers, bubbles, and more! FREE STUFF: The 1st 200 kids (with paid […]
WED DEC 31 @ 7:00 PM vs WASHINGTON WIZARDS TUE FEB 3 @ 7:00 PM vs CHICAGO BULLS SUN FEB 22 @ 2:30 PM vs TORONTO RAPTORS […]
Cool Fool Kite Festival (Free!) Jan. 1, 2026 | Veterans Park, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Start the new year with kite-flying fun at this free festival along Milwaukee’s lakefront. Watch expert […]
COMMUNITY FREE DAY FOR VIOLINS OF HOPE: STRINGS OF JEWISH RESISTANCE AND RESILIENCE DATE: January 2, 2026 TIME: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. LOCATION: Jewish Museum Milwaukee COST: FREE for […]
US Olympic Team Trials Long Track Return to the Pettit National Ice Center US Speedskating announced that the 2026 U.S. Olympic Team Trials Long Track will be held at the […]
Indoor Mini Golf at Aspen Sky! Tired of being cooped up inside? Get out of the house and enjoy a classic pastime—indoors and in the warmth of our event center! […]
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a […]
Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium Schedule Winter/Spring 2026 Purchase Tickets Here. Wednesday 1/7 at 11:00am - Two Small Pieces of Glass - $5.00/person Wednesday 1/14 at 11:00am - Amazing Planet- $5.00/person Wednesday 1/21 […]
Join a naturalist for an evening with the owls in Grant Park! An interactive program will highlight the amazing adaptations of our nocturnal neighbors. Come prepared to walk in search […]
Race Day Schedule 7:30-8:45am Packet Pickup 8:55am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 9:00am National Anthem and Race Start! […]
Bring the whole family to hear local musicians live on six Sunday afternoons this winter! Listen to pleasant music while enjoying beverages and snacks available for purchase. Performances take place in […]
Work as a team to create, experiment and learn through hands-on activities. This program is for those in grades 2-5 and will take place in the Story Time Room. Registration […]
This 30-minute Story Time is geared toward children ages 2-5, with an adult (siblings welcome). Registration is not required. This Story Time will take place in the Multi-purpose Room. […]
This 15-20 minute Story Time is geared toward children ages birth to 24 months, with an adult (siblings welcome). Come enjoy short stories, songs, and lapsit rhymes that foster early […]
This 20 minute Story Time followed by a playtime is geared toward children ages 2-3, with an adult (siblings welcome). It incorporates stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required. […]
AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by […]
January 08, 2026 | February 12, 2026 | March 12, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Villa Terrace is happy to provide a welcoming space to play games and […]
Labyrinth 40th Anniversary PG • 1 hr 51 min • 1/8/2026 Frustrated with babysitting on yet another weekend night, Sarah (Jennifer Connelly), a teenager with an active imagination, summons the […]
Family Art Workshop at The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts 3270 Mitchell Park Dr Brookfield WI Free Family Art Workshops *Pre-registration required. Space is limited, no drop-ins […]
The Kid Boogie Down returns to the Harborfront for an all inclusive, dance party for the kids! Prominent Milwaukee-based DJ Lukewarm introduces young audiences to genres ranging from classic disco […]
DelaFREEZE (Free!) When: January 10, 10 AM – 3 PM | Where: Downtown DelafieldWatch ice carvers create stunning sculptures, ice skate, and warm up with hot cocoa or a Bloody Mary […]
This 15-20 minute story time is geared toward children ages 3-7, with an adult (siblings welcome). It features stories, songs, and rhymes that foster early literacy and will be followed […]
MAXWELL STREET KLEZMER CONCERT DATE: Thursday, January 15, 2026 TIME: 7:00 – 8:15 p.m. LOCATION: Rubenstein Pavilion at Ovation Communities (1414 N Prospect Ave) SUGGESTED DONATION: Adults $18 | Students […]
Winter on Main Friday and Saturday, January 16th & 17th Explore the magic of winter in Downtown West Bend Explore 55+ custom crafted ice sculptures and the magic of winter. […]
Hey young heroes! Jump into a K-pop-inspired adventure – dance to the beats, craft hero gear, sculpt clay creatures, and celebrate courage, friendship & teamwork. Costumes encouraged for extra fun! […]
MLK National Day of Service Monday, January 19 | 10-11:30 am Congregation Shalom – Fox Point Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a kid-focused morning of […]
No school? No problem! Join us for School’s Out Open Gym on January 19th. This is a great opportunity for kids to burn off energy, practice their skills, and have […]
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